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Grill and stove sold pending funds. FYI...... Thanks! S.

I think I know.... S.

Caught this while prepping for work this morning! Nice camera work....

Boys are off to college, and daughter doesn't want to shoot doves (Though she does have a elk tag this year... ). That being said, when the boys were still at home they showed-up late to school EVERY Sept. 1st! S.

The chopper pilot mentioned McDowells while speaking over the live shot. S.

No story...... Just the regular chopper reporter showing the live footage. Kind of like they sometimes zoom in on Squaw Peak hikers and stuff. He did specifically mention that they were using their 'long range' zoom cam so the bucks weren't scared or anything (Looked that way in the footage too.... They weren't even looking towards the chopper.). Being 'metro deer', I'm guessing they are kind of used to air traffic on occasion. Whether someone was hunting those bucks at the time....... What if? I guess someone would have been hunting them. Would have been cool to see that, I guess. S.

Well, I guess there is plenty of info out there on it..... Good deal on the new shooting range! S.

Wow..... This is a deep one, and definitely struck a chord with me. I'm just a few years older than you. Almost 'emty nester' status. Little sweetie is the only one left, and she is starting her Sr. year. Boys already off to college. I have found that recently I am focusing on much different things than I used to even just a few years ago. An old but good quote comes to mind: "Wanting what you have, as opposed to having what you want." I didn't understand that a few years ago, and now I am realizing it. So much happier these days because of it. My life today is focused on relationships, gratitude, and serenity in my heart & soul. It feels like a good place! S.

Archery elk hunt is three weeks out, and I am suddenly finding myself getting a little giddy!! Can't scout this weekend, as I'll be out of state getting my middle son settled-in the dorm for his Freshman year of college. Plan being back up in the White Mountains the weekend of the 27th/28th, then again over Labor Day weekend (I hope....) though. So, is it too early to ask? Anyone hearing a peep yet? S.

Nice!!! Yep, saw your other post(s) on horn rubbing. Thanks for the info! S.

Ugh..... Sucks! I just bought this off of this site --> http://www.coueswhitetail.com/forums/topic/67607-complete-archery-outfit-for-sale/ Complete PSE package, gently used. I'm going to clean it up a bit and give it to my oldest son for Birthday/Christmas this December. That being said, you can definitely borrow it for your archery elk hunt if you would like. Would be better than it sitting unused in my closet until December! Contact me at 602-399-4769 if you are interested! S.

Then they'll know I have an archery bull tag and a rifle deer tag this year.

Yup! Outfitters (and maybe other business's) buy the mailing lists. S.

Yikes! Those guys actually seemed pretty chill, considering the circumstances! I believe that would have been screaming like a little girl! S.

Yea, I suppose you're right. There are certainly some media articles out there on these topics, although it seems like most of the coverage is not on the mainstream outlets. (CBS, FOX, ABC, CNN, NBC, etc... They seem to be focusing on Trumph & Hilary! lol) Seems like there is always going to be negative coverage about virtually anything in this world. Easy to find if you look for it. Most of that comes across as white noise to me. Just various media outlets pushing their respective agendas, and I really don't care about it. Green pool water? They said it was not harmful but couldn't explain what was causing it.... Honestly, I find that pretty funny! That being said, my 17 year old daughter suckered me into a foot massage and women's gymnastics tonight. I don't care who you are.... It's hard not loving what Simone Biles and Aly Raisman did! Add Simone Manuel's AND Michael Phelp's gold medals tonight, and it was pretty cool. Phelps is an animal! lol No smearing or anything. Just good old fashion Olympic fun, with the American National Anthem played several times while proud Americans stood at the top of the podium! Good stuff, IMO. S.

I enjoy watching them on & off. Some of the events don't interest me at all, but I find myself becoming a fan of certain sports for a couple of weeks every four years.... I have enjoyed watch Phelps. Not too into the gymnastics, but must admit I sometimes get hooked on that too! lol Looking forward to some of the track & field. BTW, who's getting smeared by the networks? I hadn't noticed too much of that..... Haven't been watching too much though, so maybe I'm missing the smearing. Oh, and yes! The medal count ROCKS!!! S. ​

Nice meeting you yesterday, Dave! I agree with the guys on here; A supurb deal, and I appreciated it coming available at the right time for me! As mentioned, this will make an outstanding 'starter kit' for my oldest son, who has just recently shown an interest in archery shooting/hunting. Now I just have to try to keep it hidden and keep my mouth shut until his birthday and Christmas in December! lol Good luck on those hunts this fall! S.

LOVE Eberlestock!! I have both the Just One and a X1. Just One for 2-3 day packs, and the X1 is great for day hunts. Just picked-up a second X1 from a member used here on cw.com for my son to use. (Thanks camofreak! ) S.

I will be hunting solo for a portion of my archery elk hunt this year as well, as my usual hunting buds got drawn for a different unit (I lucked out and got a Unit 1 tag... ). A good buddy from Utah is coming down for some of the hunt, but not all of it. That being said, I have hunted solo before and actually enjoy is. Love hunting with my kids and/or good friends, but also really enjoy the solitude of being alone at times. The area I am in has kind of spotty cell service. I'll have my phone with me at all times, but I don't think it will necessarily work all the time. Hadn't really considered a sat phone, but I suppose that is an option if you are out of range of cell service, for extra security. The way I kind of look at it is that 30 years ago nobody had cell service, and guys still hunted solo some of the time.... For the meat; I'm not too concerned, as I've got plenty of experience in breaking down animals & getting the meat hung in trees to cool prior to pack-out. As long as it is hung in the shade with skin OFF and wrapped a good game bag or pillow cases to keep the flies off, 24-36hrs should not be a problem at all. That should be plenty of time to get it all packed-out, even solo. Enjoy the solitude and have fun!!! Four more weeks!! S.

Dutch Ovens and cast iron are the way to go, IMO! I've got some 'fancy' Calphalon (both traditional and stainless) for the home kitchen, but I have taken to using the cast iron more and more at home, not just while camping! You likely already know this, but if you are a little new, be SURE to follow the standard instructions/rules for handling of all of your cast iron. NO DISH SOAP EVER!! Break it in right and keep it 'seasoned' well, and you will be loving it!! S.

Two Coleman stoves (have not made the jump to Camp Chef yet... ), three lanterns, three dutch ovens of various sizes, two large cast iron skillets, a small 'omlette' cast iron skillet, two pots, 1 gallon stainless steel coffee pot/perk, cooking utensils, wash tub, paper products (easier to eat on and burn in the fire as opposed to doing those dishes....), lighters, extra lantern mantels, etc... I keep it all in two of those old Rubbermaid black boxes with the gray lids. Had those boxes for 20 years now, and they are still holding-up well. I really enjoy hiking/back-packing on occasion, but I also LOVE 'car camping'!!! S.

Shooting sticks!!! I learned 'old school', sitting on my butt with the rifle resting on one knee. Shooting sticks were HUGE in helping all three of my children shoot at a young age! S.

Yup, he's a pretty cool dude. BTW, if you don't have TV, I think you can watch his shows online @ thesportsmanchannel.com. (At least I thought that's what he said at the end of his last show....). Check it out! S.

I was fortunate enough to draw a Unit 1 archery bull tag this year. The last time I had an archery elk tag for unit 1 was a cow tag about 11 years ago. (My elk hunting in the past 10 years or so has been focused in the 6A & 6B units. Jr. hunts, mainly......) That being said, I've been enjoying some weekend time this summer renewing my love for the White Mountains! It's changed a bit since I last spent much time there; Like the Big Lake road being paved the whole way..... and of course the effects of the Wallow fire. I'm narrowing my target areas down to a couple, and was hoping to bounce a couple of questions off of someone who has spent some time in the unit and/or maybe chat with a local or two. Let me know if you would be willing to chat with me. The usual disclaimer of course is that I am NOT looking for honey holes! Please send me a PM if you are willing to talk or email off-line. Thanks in advance, and good luck to all!! S.

In a strange way, I wish there was more time before the opener! Is that messed-up, or what? Pressure to scout and shoot more is looming large for me right now...... Feeling like I need more time! Will be back up in Unit 1 scouting again this weekend! Loving it! S.